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Checking Power Steering Fluid Level

  1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Start the engine. With the vehicle kept stationary, turn the steering wheel several times continuously to raise the fluid temperature from 50-60°C (122-40°F).
  3. With the engine at idle, turn the steering wheel fully clockwise and counterclockwise several times.
  4. Make sure that there is no foaming or cloudiness in the reservoir fluid.
  5. Stop the engine and check for any difference in fluid level between a stationary and a running engine.
    NOTE:
    1. If the fluid level varies 5 mm (0.2 in.) or more, bleed the system again.
    2. If the fluid level suddenly rises after stopping the engine, further bleeding is required.
    3. Incomplete bleeding will produce a chattering sound in the pump and noise in the flow control valve, and lead to decreased durability of the pump.
    Fig 1: Comparing Fluid Reservoir Levels
    G00752131Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
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